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THOMAS KINKADE
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Thomas Kinkade, the celebrated "Painter of Light"™ is one of the most widely collected and beloved artists of our day. Each year millions of people are drawn to the luminous light and tranquil mood of Kinkade's paintings and include his creations in their lives through prints, books, and other fine collectibles.
An inspired idealist, Thomas Kinkade believes art has the power to touch people's hearts and change their lives. Kinkade's artwork is an outgrowth of his deep faith in God, which he believes to be the foundation of his work. A devoted husband and father, Thomas Kinkade lives in Northern California with his wife, Nanette, and their four daughters: Merrit, Chandler, Winsor and Everett.
"In my paintings I try to create worlds of tranquility, joy, and beauty." Thomas Kinkade's paintings have become visions of hope and comfort, a welcome haven from the pressures of modern life. His complex technique bears great kinship to a little known group of nineteenth century American painters known as the Luminists. As Kinkade puts it, "Like the Luminists, I strive for three visual aspects in my work: soft edges, a warm palette, and an overall sense of light."
The light-infused quality in his work may account for Thomas Kinkade's enormous popularity as an internationally published artist. Virtually every subject he puts his hand to, whether cottage or countryside, small town America or bustling city, seems infused with a radiant quality. He is capable of capturing a special moment on canvas and rendering it timeless by the warm light of nostalgic memory.
Everything Kinkade paints gets reproduced in one or more forms, including hand signed lithographs, canvas prints, books, posters, calendars, magazine covers, cards, collector plates, figurines, and gift items. Perhaps no American artist since Norman Rockwell has received such broad exposure and popular acceptance. The following generated by this immense exposure has brought six digit sums for Kinkade's original paintings and an ever widening list of prestigious collectors, including many well-known leaders in the fields of politics, business and entertainment.
-Thomas Kinkade
Thomas Kinkade
"Painter of Light"
THOMAS KINKADE MUSIC
WITH POSTCARDS
Home for Christmas CD features 20 holiday favorites sung by the original artists. Gift set also contains three postcards with winter scenes—Victorian Christmas, Stonehearth Hutch and Blessings of Christmas—and a quote by Thomas Kinkade, the "Painter of Light." Postcards, 5 1/2" L x 4 3/4" W. CD, 57 min.
Features 20 classic holiday hit songs, including:
• "Sleigh Ride" by Johnny Mathis with Percy Faith and His Orchestra
• "(There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays" by Robert Goulet
• "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" by Julie Andrews
• "My Favorite Things" by Tony Bennett
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This page was last updated on: July 11, 2010
Thomas Kinkade Bible Cover
Gorgeous zippered cover keeps your cherished Bible safe! Created by famed artist Thomas Kinkade®, this lovely bag features a tranquil country scene and Psalm 16:11 inscription.
A thoughtful gift for any student of spirituality! Carrying strap. Dye-sublimated microsuede fabric. 6 1/2" x 2" x 9 1/2" high.
HOMETOWN CHAPEL LIGHT-UP BANNERETTE BY THOMAS KINKADE
Rich tapestry depicts a charming white chapel on a warm spring day. Includes 1 Corinthians 13:13 verse. Decorative LED lights glow when activated. On/off switch. Uses three AAA batteries (not included). Polyester, cotton and plastic. 18 3/4" H x 13" W
